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Software Engineer

CanadaRemoteFull TimeCA$150,000–CA$250,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Role summary

A high-growth, AI-driven software company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to design and build core backend systems for cutting-edge products at scale. This high-impact, fully remote role requires 6+ years of backend experience, with strong proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript, and proven experience in building scalable systems, APIs, and asynchronous/event-driven architectures. Candidates should also have solid database design and data modeling skills. Experience with AI/ML service integration and 3rd party APIs is preferred. The ideal candidate has a startup background, a track record of building products from inception to production, and operates autonomously.

We’re hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join a high-growth, AI-driven software company building cutting-edge products at scale.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll design and build core backend systems powering multiple product lines.

About the role

As a Staff Engineer, you will:

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend APIs and services
  • Work on core platform architecture used across products
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, data, and engineering teams
  • Contribute to technical decisions and system design at scale
  • Help drive high-quality engineering standards and best practices

Core requirements

  • 6+ years of experience as a backend or backend-leaning engineer
  • Strong experience with Node.js and TypeScript (or similar backend technologies)
  • Proven experience building scalable systems and APIs
  • Experience working with asynchronous / event-driven architectures
  • Strong database design and data modeling experience

Nice to have

  • Experience integrating AI/ML services (OpenAI or similar) into products
  • Experience working with 3rd party APIs (e.g. Meta API)
  • Ability to work across the stack when needed

Ideal background

  • Experience in startups or high-growth environments (0–200 employees)
  • Proven track record of building products from 0 → 1 (MVP to production)
  • High ownership and ability to operate autonomously
  • Experience working with non-technical stakeholders or clients
  • Founder or founding engineer experience is a strong plus

Soft skills

  • Clear communication and ability to explain technical concepts simply
  • Collaborative, low-ego, and proactive mindset
  • Strong problem-solving and product thinking

What to avoid (not a fit)

  • Only frontend or internal tooling experience
  • Background mainly in large corporations (500+ employees, banks, consulting firms)
  • Frequent job hopping (~1 year per role)
  • Experience primarily with outdated technologies

Compensation & benefits

  • Salary: CA$150K – CA$250K
  • Equity package
  • Fully remote work
  • 20 days PTO
  • Full healthcare coverage
  • Work-from-home stipend
  • Wellness stipend
  • Internet stipend
  • Team offsites + annual company retreat
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